The flight distance from Lukla Airport (LUA) in Lukla, Nepal to Portland International Airport (PDX) in Portland, United States is 11,344 kilometers (7,049 miles / 6,125 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 21°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Nepal with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:48 in Lukla, it's 21:03 in Portland. With a 12.75-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 9,349 feet between the two airports. Portland International Airport sits lower than Lukla Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Portland (PDX) to Lukla (LUA) follows a heading of 334° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Lukla Airport (LUA) and Portland International Airport (PDX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.